Solidago odora - Anise Scented Goldenrod

Anise Scented Goldenrod is a native herbaceous perennial with downy stems and aromatic dark green foliage with translucent spots. Dense plume-like panicles of tiny yellow flowers that bloom in late summer into fall. Best color with full sun and dry to medium well-drained soils. Solidago odora is a host for several moths. The flowers have a special value to honeybees and attracts butterflies. Type: Perennial Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 2' - 4' Spread: 1’ - 2' Spacing: 1.5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 - 9 Culture: Full Sun Bloom Color: Yellow Season of Interest: Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Rust may occur. Watch for powdery mildew and leaf spot. Can be an aggressive spreader in optimum conditions. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Rock Gardens, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Verbena, Stonecrop, Fountain Grass IMAGE: Eric Hunt, Solidago odora Arkansas, CC BY-SA 4.0